Lionel Casson
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Lionel Casson (July 22, 1914 – July 18, 2009) was a classicist, professor emeritus at New York University,[1] and a specialist in maritime history.[2] He earned his B.A. in 1934 at New York University, and in 1936 became an assistant professor. He later earned his Ph.D. there during 1939.[citation needed] In 2005 he was awarded the Archaeological Institute of America Gold Medal.[2][3]
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Born | Lionel I. Cohen July 22, 1914 Brooklyn, New York City |
Died | July 18, 2009 (2009-07-19) (aged 94) New York City |
Occupation | classicist |
Nationality | American |
Alma mater | New York University |
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